Operations Manager, A&R
Sony Music
Los Angeles, CAThis is a Full Time Job
The A&R operations manager will be responsible for overseeing the operations of the music company, including budgeting, scheduling, logistics, contracts, and vendor relations. The ideal candidate will have a passion for music, a strong work ethic, and excellent communication and organizational skills.
The operations manager will report to the senior operations manager and work closely with other departments, such as production, marketing, and finance
What you'll do:
• Manage the day-to-day operations of the music company, ensuring efficiency and quality.
• Coordinate and monitor the budget, timeline, and deliverables of various projects, campaigns and events, including but not limited to all invoicing related to the projects and responsible for all control waivers
• Negotiate and maintain contracts and agreements with artists, venues, suppliers, and other stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards, regulations, and best practices
• Identify and resolve any operational issues or challenges.
• Prepare and present reports and analysis on the operations performance and outcomes
• Responsible for Budget control, working along with the A&R Associate Director
• All invoicing related to the projects
• Seek overage approvals from the department head in timely manner / advance
• Support on specific special projects
• Booking artists necessities and requests
• Assist with creating product label copy
• Responsible for control waivers or waivers control
• Monitor and data analysis of distributed labels performance
• Update on artist discovery tools and dashboard
• Coordination in Publishing
• Monitor 360/Atmos production flow
• Assist with coordination of department meetings
Who you are:
• Bachelor's degree in business administration, music management, or related field.
• At least two years of experience in operations management, preferably in the music industry.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, Google Suite, and project management software.
• Knowledge of music production, distribution, and licensing processes.
• Ability to work under pressure, flexibility, multitask, and prioritize.
• Strong problem-solving, analytical, and decision-making skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Detail-oriented, proactive, and collaborative.
• Passionate about music and the music industry.
Salary/Benefits
$95,000 - $105,000 /year USD
The actual base salary offered depends on a variety of factors.
Benefits
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Short- and long-term disability
• 401(k) employer matching
• Voluntary benefits like company-paid identity theft protection
• Resources for pets, mental health and meditation resources
• Industry-leading fertility coverage
• Fully paid leave for childbirth or bonding
• Fully paid leave for caregivers
• Programs for loved ones with developmental disabilities and neurodiversity
• Subsidized back-up child and elder care
• Reimbursement for adoption, surrogacy, tuition, and student loans
Perks
• Inclusive, collaborative and global community
• Modern office environment designed to foster productivity, creativity, and teamwork
• Investment in professional growth and development
• Space to accelerate progress and positively disrupt
• Time off for a winter recess
Additional Information
Sony Music is a global music company that operates in various segments of the music industry, including recorded music, music publishing, and merchandising. It is home to a diverse roster of artists and labels and is dedicated to delivering high-quality music experiences to fans around the world.
